Providence conceals itself in the details of human affairs, but becomes unveiled in the generalities of history.

It is admirable to die the victim of one's faith; it is sad to die the dupe of one's ambition.

There is a woman at the begining of all great things.

Joy is a flame which association alone can keep alive, and which goes out unless communicated.

All our tastes are but reminiscences.

Newspapers will ultimately engross all literature.

Virginity is the poetry, not the reality, of life.